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Dizzee Rascal plays The Dome, Saturday 27 February events in Doncaster 
  Heritage Open Days, 10 - 13 September   Doncaster Market events throughout the year   Enchanted Gardens at Brodsworth Hall, during October and November   Doncaster Minster
 
 
February 2010
 
Get Doncaster Walking - A Festival of Walks 
10th January - 28th March 2010
For more information please visit www.doncaster.gov.uk/walking
 
Works from the Contemporary Art  Society
9th January to 21st February 2010
Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery, Chequer Rd, DN1 2AE
Founded in 1909 the Contemporary Art Society was set up to promote the collecting and commissioning of contemporary artists' work both public and private bodies across th United Kingdom. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the CAS Doncaster Museum Service will be displaying some of the pieces that have been donated, including work by Henry Moore,Bernard Meninsky and Maggi Hambling.
Opening Times Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 2pm - 5pm. Free Admission
 
 
Health Walks at Hatfield Moors
1st Tuesday of the Month
Starting from Boston Park Car park. For more information on the event content call 07766 420290.
 
Jethro " Too Late To Grow Up"  
Tuesday 2nd February 7.30pm
Doncaster Civic Theatre, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3ET. Tel No: 01302 342349
After 35 years in the business, Jethro still packs theatres up and down the country, and is still as mischievous as he was as a child.
Tkts £18.50 (Over 16's only)
Tkts available through the Box Office 10am-6pm Monday to Saturday or TIC Centre, Blue Building, 38-40 High Street, Doncaster DN1 1DE
 
Hull Truck Theatre Presents Men of the World   
Thursday 4th- Saturday 6th February 7.30pm
Doncaster Civic Theatre, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3ET. Tel No: 01302 342349
Join Stick, Frank and Happy Larry (two men and a women!) as they embark on another coach journey down the Rhine Valley...these long suffering drivers have seen it all and done it all; so as they lead towards the Channel Tunnel with 30 old age pensioners in Paris, search for lost teeth in Koblenz and witness love affairs in Boppard... and after a 4 day 'Umpah' party they make a long journey back. Funny, sad and cinematic you'll be amazed as Stick, Frank and Happy Larry play many of the pensioners in a total evocation of a bus trip.
Tkts: £12, £9 Conc. £5 Students (Over 14s only)
Tkts available through the Box Office 10am-6pm Monday to Saturday or TIC Centre, Blue Building, 38-40 High Street, Doncaster DN1 1DE
 
Doncaster v Reading 
Saturday 6th February
Keepmoat Stadium, Stadium Way, Doncaster DN4 5JW
For further Information Keepmoat Stadium Tkt Office 01302 762576 or www.keepmoatstadium.com
 
Race Day - The Blue Square Chase Meeting 
Saturday 6th February 
Doncaster Racecourse, Leger Way, Doncaster DN2 6BB
For further information please telephone 01302 304200 or visit  www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk
 
 
The Lion Who Wanted to Love 
Saturday 6th February 2.30pm
Priory Place, Methodist Church, Printing Office Street, Doncaster DN1 1TR
Family Concert
Ensemble 360 bring their latest children's show to Doncaster. Meet Leo. Lions are usually fierce and strong but Leo doesn't fit in; he just wants to love everybody and play with his friends all day long. The concert lasts 45 minutes and includes an interactive introduction to the musicians and their instruments-perfect for children between 3 and 7!
After the show there's a chance to join the musicians for more hands-on fun!
The musical story is based on the book by Giles Andreae, illustrated by david Wojtowycz and published by Orchard Books, with music written by Paul rissman.
Tickets £5, Under 18s & Students £3.
Box Office 01302 342349 www.doncastercivic.co.uk

The Terry Allonby Trio 
Saturday 6th February 12 noon to 3pm
The Horse and Groom, East Laithegate, Doncaster
Admission Free
Enquiries 01302 786157
 
 
ENSEMBLE 360 October 09 - May 10 
Saturday 6th February
Priory Place Methodist Church,Printing Office Street, Doncaster DN1 1TR
All 11 musicians take to the stage with a programme of Schumann's incredible Piano Quintet and some unjustly neglected works: Prokofiev's quirky Quintet based at the circus and Martinu's Nonet inspired by tunes from his Czach homeland.
Pre concert talk 6.30pm free. Pianist Tim Horton and Oboist Adrian Wilson discuss the chamber music of Schumann and Martinu.
Tickets £11 / £9 Concs. / £3 Under 18's and Students. Save Money Get £1 off your ticket by booking up to 1 week before each concert.
Buy 3 Get 1 Free.
Offers not available on £3 tickets. Offers only available in advance from the Box Office. Only 1 offer can be used per ticket.
Box Office 01302 342349 www.doncastercivic.co.uk
In person Doncaster Civic Theatre, 3 Waterdale, DN1 3ET  Open 10am - 6pm Mon to Sat
or Doncaster Tourist Information Centre 38-40 High Street, DN1 1DE 01302 734309 Open 9am-5pm Mon - Thurs, 10am-5pm Fri, 9am - 4pm Sat.
 
Snow Drop Festival Walk Barnby Dun to Kirk Bramwith 
Sunday 7th February 10.30am
4 miles.
Meeting at The Swingbridge, Fordstead Lane, Barnby Dun. Everyone is welcome on this stroll along the canal to view the snowdrops and enjoy the Craft Fayre at Kirk Bramwith Church. Tea and Coffee included.
For more information visit www.doncaster.gov.uk/walking
 
Sprotbrough to Cusworth Circular 
Sunday 7th February 1.30pm
4.5 miles
Meet at Cusworth Hall car park, Cusworth, Doncaster DN5 7TU.
Car Parking costs apply.
Join Doncaster Ramblers on this picturesque walk, starting at the historical Cusworth Hall, passing through the beautiful surroundings of the village of Sprotborough.
Please book on 01302 783613
For further information visit www.doncaster.gov.uk/walking
 
Emmerson-Spragg Combo 
Monday 8th February 8.30pm
Doncaster Conservative Club, South Parade, Doncaster DN1 2JD
Admission at the door £3.50 
Enquiries 01302 810005 / 812872
  
Spring just around the corner walk on Hatfield Moors 
Tuesday 9th February 11am
Along stroll around the lakes and ponds and through the woods stopping for lunch half way at Badger Corner Lake. 3-4 hours.
All events are free but due to their popularity booking is essential.
Please call the Natural England Wakefield office on 0300 060 1853. Details of the meeting points will be supplied at time of booking. For more details of an event content call 07766 420290.
Dogs are welcomed but must be on a short lead during bird nesting season and under close control at all other times.
 
A Touch of Magic The Riley School of Dance  
Thursday11th- Saturday 13th February 7pm (Sat. Mat 2pm)
Doncaster Civic Theatre, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3ET. Tel No: 01302 342349
Tkts: £7, £6 Conc.
 
Jazz in Doncaster presents The Southside Jazzband 
Thursday11th February 8.30pm
Doncaster Conservative Club,South Parade, Doncaster DN1 2DJ
Admission at the door £5
Enquiries for above gigs 01302 349898 / 789257 / 780574 / 810005 / 812872
 
"A Night at the Proms"   
Friday 12th February 7.30pm
Doncaster Minster, Church St, Doncaster DN1 1RD
Performed by The Choir of Doncaster Minster and The Shirebrook Miners Welfare Unison Brass Band.
Concert proceeds in support of Water Aid and Doncaster Minster Restoration Appeal.
Tkts £6 (including refreshments) available at the door
For further details please call 01302 304050 or visit www.doncasterminster.co.uk
 
  
Valentines Clock corner gift Market 
Friday 12th and Saturday 13th February 2010
 
Doncaster v Nottingham Forest 
Saturday 13th February
Keepmoat Stadium, Stadium Way, Doncaster DN4 5JW
For further Information Keepmoat Stadium Tkt Office 01302 762576 or www.keepmoatstadium.com
 
Valentines with Neil Diamond Tribute 
Saturday 13th February 2010
Danum Hotel, High Street, Doncaster, Sth Yorks DN1 1DN
Tkts: £20.00 pp. Stay over special- Enjoy Bed and English Breakfast for a total cost of £50pp
For more information call 01302 342261 or visit www.danumhotel.com
 
The Armthorpe Amble 
Saturday 13th February 2010 10.30am
4 miles
Meet at Armthorpe School car park, Mere Lane, Armthorpe, DN3 2DA
A circular walk to the top of Armthorpe Pit Top taking in the superb views of Doncaster with a brief history talk about the old pit  top site and a basic lesson in map reading. 
Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Please book on 01302 862536
For more information visit www.doncaster.gov.uk/walking
 
 Lostprophets
Saturday 13th February 2010
Doncaster Lakeside, Bawtry Road, Doncaster, DN4 7PD
Doors: 7:00pm .Tickets: £22.50
For further information please telephone 01302 370777 or visit
www.the-dome.co.uk
 
Tokens of Love 
13th February 2010 1-2.15pm and 2.45-4pm.
Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park, Cusworth Lane, Doncaster DN5 7TU Tel.No. 01302 782342
Come and enjoy an afternoon making a token of love for your favourite Valentine! Visit the 'All you need is Love' exhibition for some inspiration from the past.
Tickets £2 Adult, £1 children and Concessions, limited places, booking required.
 
Aurora Valentine's Ball - venue TBC
Sunday 14th February 2010
Ticket price TBC 
For further information please telephone the Aurora admin. office on 01302 381302
 
 
 
Wet Week in February
Saturday 13th to Sunday 21st February 2010
Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery, Chequer Rd, DN1 2AE
For Children and families
All week - drop in self guided activities and Wetland quiz
Make your own Wetland Collage
Thursday 18th February  10.30 - 12.30pm and 1.30 - 3.30pm
join Neil McGregor Museum Officer (Fine and Decorative Arts) for this free family and children's Drop in Sessions.
 
Talks for Adults
The Birth,Life and Death of the Humber Wetlands
Saturday 13th February 2.30pm
Talk by Professor Paul Buckland
Keeping the Wetlands of Yorkshire Wild
Wednesday 17th February 2.30pm
talk by Ian Carstairs, OBE of the Carstairs Conservation Trust.
The Hatfield Track - way and the evolution of Hatfield Moors 
Saturday 20th February
Henry will concentrate initially on the track-way itself, then move on to placing it within the broader Landscape history of Hatfield Moors primarily, but the Humber Head levels more broadly. Henry will explain both the problems and the opportunities of working with a Wetland archaeology site.
Opening Times Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 2pm - 5pm. Free Admission For more information www.doncaster.gov.uk/museums
 
 
All You Need is Love
Saturday 30th January - 11th April
Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park, Cusworth Lane, Doncaster DN5 7TU Tel.No. 01302 782342
Love is what makes the world go round and in this latest exhibition at Cusworth Hall you can see suprising objects and images associated with the theme of love taken from the museum's rich collections of history,art and archaeology.
Opening times Monday - Friday 10.30am - 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 1pm - 5pm.
Tea Rooms open every day 10am - 4pm
Free Admission. Car Parking charges apply.
 
 
Jake and Dinos Chapman: My Giant Colouring Book
13th February - 14 March
Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery, Chequer Rd, DN1 2AE
A Hayward Touring Exhibition from Southbank Centre London on behalf of Art Council England.Even today when everything in art is supposedly permitted, the work of Jake and Dinos Chapman still has a wiff of scandal and transgression.
Opening Times Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 2pm - 5pm. Free Admission
 
Wet Week
13th - 21st February
Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery, Chequer Rd, DN1 2AE
Enjoy a wet week in February learning about Doncaster's Internationally important wetlands, by doing natural history, archaeology and art activities, contact the Museum and Art Gallery for further information. 013020734293
 
Family History on the Internet
Monday 15th February 2010, 10am to 12 noon
Central Library - Local Studies
Inspired by the BBC programme "Who do you think You Are" and want to discover your past?
Join us for an introductory guide to researching your family history online. 
Free Admission. Tickets available from Central Local Studies 734307
 
The Sand House: A Victorian Marvel
Monday 15th February 2.00pm to 3.00pm 
Central Library Meeting Room
Richard Bell gives an insight into the Sand House, a large family house complete with ballroom, carved out of sand by the Senior Family in their quarry near to Hyde Park Cemetery. As well as the house Richard tells of the subterranean tunnels with wonderful carvings and world renowned giant fungi, visited by victorian men of science and tourist alike.
Free Admission. Tickets available from Central Local Studies 734307
 
Let's go to the Movies
Monday 15th February 2.15pm to 3.15pm 
Warmsworth Library
Children's Activity for the under 12's. Doncaster has a rich history in cinemas through the ages. Could you imagine what it would have been like to have a cinema on your doorstep, for that Saturday morning cinema club? Learn about Electra, The Regal, The Majestic and the Gaumont through stories of the past and present, plus an interactive Treasure Hunt. What do you think you can discover?
 
The House of Life
16th February 2010, 1 - 3.30pm
Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery, Chequer Rd, DN1 2AE
This is a special Egyptian event; start with a tour of the 'Portrait of Egypt' exhibition which includes additional ancient Egyptian material from the Museum's collection, then paint your own Egyptian inspires picture on papyrus too take away. Learn about the skill of Egyptian scribes and then add your name in hieroglyphs!
Tickets are 60p, 50p concessions and children, limited places, book in advance.
 
Who do you think you are? by Nick Barrett 
Tuesday 16th February 2.00 -4.00pm
 Mansion House, High St, Doncaster
TV presenter and genealogist, Nick Barrett, takes you on a trip behind the scenes of the popular TV programme 'Who Do You Think You Are?' With stories relating to some of the Doncaster Personalities that have appeared on the programme, such as Lesley Garrett, and Jeremy Clarkson. Nick, will have you enthralled. So if you are tracing your family history, intend to do so or just enjoy the programme come along and hear more.
Tickets £3.50 available from Central Local Studies 01302 734307
 
Let's go to the Movies! 
Tuesday 16th February 11.45am -12.45pm
Bawtry Library
Children's activity for the under 12's. Doncaster has a rich history in cinemas through the ages. Could you imagine what it would have been like to have a cinema on your doorstep, for that Saturday morning cinema club? Learn about Electra, The Regal, The Majestic and The Gaumont through stories of past and present, plus an interactive Treasure Hunt. What do you think you can discover?
Free Admission. Tickets available from Bawtry Library 01302 710858
 
Let's go to the Movies! 
Tuesday 16th February 2.15pm -3.15pm
Cantley Library
Children's activity for the under 12's. Doncaster has a rich history in cinemas through the ages. Could you imagine what it would have been like to have a cinema on your doorstep, for that Saturday morning cinema club? Learn about Electra, The Regal, The Majestic and The Gaumont through stories of past and present, plus an interactive Treasure Hunt. What do you think you can discover?
Free Admission. Tickets available from Cantley Library 01302 535614
 
 
Pancake Day 
Tuesday 16th February
Pancake Day cooking in the market place. Live cooking demonstrations will take place in front of the Fish Market. Come along and try different flavourings and fillings in your pancakes.
 
 
Danum Pyramid
16th January to 28th February 2010
Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery, Chequer Rd, DN1 2AE
A vibrant display of artwork by children attending the schools which make up the Danum Pyramid.
Opening Times Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 2pm - 5pm Free Admission
 
WW11 family session by Corrie Garner
Wednesday 17th February 10.00am - 11.00am
Central Library Meeting Room, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3JE
Cory Garner talks about what life was like here at home during the Second World War. As well as telling you about war time experiances Cory brings along objects, such as ration books, toys etc, from the 1939 - 1945 period to illustrate the time and bring his talk and experiences to life.
Free Admission. Tickets available from Central Childrens Library 01302 734322. 
 
Let's go to the Movies! 
Wednesday 17th February 11.45am -12.45pm
Central Children's Library, Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3JE
Children's activity for the under 12's. Doncaster has a rich history in cinemas through the ages. Could you imagine what it would have been like to have a cinema on your doorstep, for that Saturday morning cinema club? Learn about Electra, The Regal, The Majestic and The Gaumont through stories of past and present, plus an interactive Treasure Hunt. What do you think you can discover?
Free Admission. Tickets available from Central Children's Library 01302 734322
 
Let's go to the Movies! 
Wednesday 17th February 2.15pm -3.15pm
Balby Library
Children's activity for the under 12's. Doncaster has a rich history in cinemas through the ages. Could you imagine what it would have been like to have a cinema on your doorstep, for that Saturday morning cinema club? Learn about Electra, The Regal, The Majestic and The Gaumont through stories of past and present, plus an interactive Treasure Hunt. What do you think you can discover?
Free Admission. Tickets available from Balby Library 01302 853656
 
Lesley Pearse reads from her new novel 'Stolen'
Wednesday 17th February 1.30pm
Doncaster Central Library 1st floor Meeting Room, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3JE. Tel No. 01302 734314
Doncaster Libraries are proud to welcome best selling author Lesley Pearse who will be reading from her new novel 'Stolen'
'The Queen of Courageous Fiction' is one of the UK's best loved novelists. Famous titles include 'Gypsy' 'Hope' and 'Faith'.
 Tickets £1 from Central Library. For more information visit www.doncaster.gov.uk/libraries
 
Doncaster and District Family History Society Open Morning
Thursday 18th February 10.00am - 1.00pm
Doncaster Archives
The Doncaster Family History Society invites you to visit their research. room at the Doncaster Archives. Gwen Jennings from DDFHS will show visitors the resources held by the Society.
Free Admission. Telephone Doncaster Archives 01302 859811. 
 
Behind the Doors of Doncaster Archives
Thursday 18th February 2.00pm - 4.45pm
Doncaster Archives
We will be displaying a selection of original parish registers, both to celebrate our thirty-year anniversary as a Diocesan Record Office and to demonstrate the wide range of sources available to family and local historians. Documents will be available to view in the main archieve search room, and staff will be on hand to answer any questions.
Free Admission. Telephone Doncaster Archieves 01302 859811
 
Let's go to the Movies!  
Thursday 18th February 11.45am -12.45pm
Carcroft Library
Children's activity for the under 12's. Doncaster has a rich history in cinemas through the ages. Could you imagine what it would have been like to have a cinema on your doorstep, for that Saturday morning cinema club? Learn about Electra, The Regal, The Majestic and The Gaumont through stories of past and present, plus an interactive Treasure Hunt. What do you think you can discover?
Free Admission. Tickets available from Carcroft Library 01302 722327
 
Let's go to the Movies!  
Thursday 18th February 2.15pm -3.15pm
Edenthorpe Library
Children's activity for the under 12's. Doncaster has a rich history in cinemas through the ages. Could you imagine what it would have been like to have a cinema on your doorstep, for that Saturday morning cinema club? Learn about Electra, The Regal, The Majestic and The Gaumont through stories of past and present, plus an interactive Treasure Hunt. What do you think you can discover?
Free Admission. Tickets available from Edenthorpe Library 01302 884580
 
A Tour of The Grand   
Friday 19th February 10.30am -11.30am
Central Local Studies
A talk on Doncaster's Grand Theatre by Margaret herbert from the 'Friends of Doncaster Grand Theatre' which first openedit's door on the 22nd March 1899 with it's final curtain call on 21st November 1959. Famous names that trod the boards include Julis Andrews, Gracie Fields, Hylda Baker and Charlie Chaplin. Encounter the rich tales of a bygone age.
Free Admission. Tickets available from Central Local Studies 01302 734307. 
 
Let's go to the Movies!   
Friday 19th February 11.45am -12.45pm
Rossington Library
Children's activity for the under 12's. Doncaster has a rich history in cinemas through the ages. Could you imagine what it would have been like to have a cinema on your doorstep, for that Saturday morning cinema club? Learn about Electra, The Regal, The Majestic and The Gaumont through stories of past and present, plus an interactive Treasure Hunt. What do you think you can discover?
Free Admission. Tickets available from Rossington Library 01302 868295
 
Let's go to the Movies!   
Friday 19th February 2.15am -3.15pm
Tickhill Library
Children's activity for the under 12's. Doncaster has a rich history in cinemas through the ages. Could you imagine what it would have been like to have a cinema on your doorstep, for that Saturday morning cinema club? Learn about Electra, The Regal, The Majestic and The Gaumont through stories of past and present, plus an interactive Treasure Hunt. What do you think you can discover?
Free Admission. Tickets available from Tickhill Library 01302 742871
 
Rockin Rhythm Claire Anderson School of Dance 
Thursday18th- Saturday 20th February 7pm (Sat. Mat 2pm)
Doncaster Civic Theatre, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3ET. Tel No: 01302 342349
Tkts: 36.50, £5.50 Conc.
 
Family History on the Internet
Monday 22nd  February 10.00am - 12.00noon
Doncaster Central Library Local Studies 1st floor Meeting Room, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3JE. Tel No. 01302 734307
Inspired by the BBC Programme "Who Do You Think You Are" and want to discover your past?
An introductory guide to researching your family history online.
Free Admission. Tickets available from Central Local Studies 01302 734307
 
 
 
Workhouses by Gwen Jennings
Monday 22nd  February 2.30pm - 3.30pm
Central Library Meeting Room
Before the creation of the welfare state in the 20th Century people who fell on hard times had to rely on workhouses for care and assistance, Gwen Jennings talks about these workhouses and in particular the three located in Doncaster and the Thorne Union Workhouse established in 1838.
Free Admission . Tickets available from Central Local Studies 01302 734307
 
 
Emmerson-Spragg Combo 
Monday 22nd February 8.30pm
Doncaster Conservative Club, South Parade, Doncaster DN1 2JD
Admission at the door £3.50
Enquiries 01302 810005 / 812872
 
Doncaster Minster by Debbie Price
Tuesday 23rd  February 2.30pm - 3.30pm
Doncaster Central Library Local Studies 1st floor Meeting Room, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3JE.
Debbie Price, access worker for Doncaster Minster, talks about the history of the church that was formerly known as the St. George's Parish Church, but which in 2004 became Doncaster Minster. The church had its origins in the 12th Century until a fire in 1853 destroyed the Norman Building. Three short years later it had been rebuilt as the fine architectural building that stands today.
Free Admission . Tickets available from Central Local Studies 01302 734307
 
Town Heritage Walk
Tuesday 23rd  February 10.00am
Doncaster Central Library Local Studies 1st floor Meeting Room, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3JE.
Meet at Central Library
A chance to discover and learn about Doncaster's past history. Come and join us for a walk around the town centre and discover parts of Doncaster in a different light. The walk will begin at St. Sepulchre Gate at the corner of Printing Office Street and last approximately 2 hours. You will be guided to Marshgate, the Railway Station, the Grand Theatre, Priory Place and the Minster. The walk will finish back at the Central Library at approximately midday.
For information call Sandra Heath on 01302 734330
 
Family history for Young People
Wednesday 24th February 9.30am - 11.30am
Doncaster Central Library Local Studies 1st floor Meeting Room, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3JE.
A beginner's guide to Family Heritage for students at primary school age. Local schools will be bringing their students to learn about Family History and Doncaster's past. Each class will have an interactive session in the Local Studies Library. When they have completed their work in Local Studies they will visit the Central Children's Library for a history on Doncaste's Cinemas. Doncaster has a rich heritage of Cinema, the students will find out about the changes through an interactive Treasure Hunt, seen since cinema came to Doncaster.
For information call Sandra Heath on 01302 734330
 
Family history for Young People
Wednesday 24th February 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Doncaster Central Library Local Studies 1st floor Meeting Room, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3JE.
A beginner's guide to Family Heritage for students at primary school age. Local schools will be bringing their students to learn about Family History and Doncaste's past. Each class will have an interactive session in the Local Studies Library. When they have completed their work in Local Studies they will visit the Central Children's Library for a history on Doncaster's Cinemas. Doncaster has a rich heritage of cinema, the student's will find out about changes through an interactive Treasure Hunt, seen since cinema came to Doncaster.
For information call Sandra Heath on 01302 734330 
 
Highgate Cemetary   
Wednesday 24th February 2pm
Doncaster Minster, Church St, Doncaster DN1 1RD
Talk "Highgate Cemetary" at the Minister
Admission £2 payable on the door. Refreshments available.
For further details please call 01302 304050 or visit www.doncasterminster.co.uk
 
Race Day - The Sportingbet.com Race Meeting  
Wednesday 24th February  
Doncaster Racecourse, Leger Way, Doncaster DN2 6BB
For further information please telephone 01302 304200 or www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk
 
 
My FAB Years 
Wednesday 24th February 7.30pm 
Doncaster Civic Theatre, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3ET. Tel No: 01302 342349
Sylvia Anderson - the voice of the iconic, elegant, charming, deadly, dangerous super-agent @lady Penelope' - talks to internationally acclaimed composer and record producer David Courtney. this unique and entertaining live show, centred around Sylvia's long awaited biography 'My FAB Years' features unique archive film footage of many of the classic TV shows the star so proudly helped create including, of course, Thunderbirds. You'll have a FAB time.
Tkts: £15, £13 Conc.
 Box Office 01302 342349 www.doncastercivic.co.uk
In person Doncaster Civic Theatre, 3 Waterdale, DN1 3ET  Open 10am - 6pm Mon to Sat
or Doncaster Tourist Information Centre 38-40 High Street, DN1 1DE 01302 734309 Open 9am-5pm Mon - Thurs, 10am-5pm Fri, 9am - 4pm Sat.
 
Historical Book Club
Thursday 25th February 10.00am - 11.30am
Woodlands Library
Enjoy Reading? Have you ever thought about joining a book club? Would you like to come along and talk to other people about books. Then why not give it a try? Come along to the Heritage Festival book club and take the opportunity to read Catherine Bailey's Black Diamonds. This is a story of how the fabric of English society shifted beyond recognition in 50 turbulent years in the 20th Century. We will meet a month after reading the book to discuss group thoughts.
For more information call Woodlands Library 01302 724393
 
 
Behind the Doors of Doncaster Archives
Thursday 25th February 2.00pm - 4.45pm
Central Library
This event will focus exclusively on maps and plans of the local area. We will be displaying a selection of original documents, including tithe and enclosure maps, estate maps and Ordnance Survey maps, as well as our famous 'Bomb Board' which shows the location, number and types of bombs dropped on Doncaster in the Second World War. These documents will be on show in the main Doncaster Archives search room and staff will be on hand to answer any questions.
Free Admission. Telephone Doncaster Archives 01302 859811
 
MAGIC A Kind of Queen and A Kind of ELO  
Thursday 25th February 7.30pm 
Doncaster Civic Theatre, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3ET. Tel No: 01302 342349
Two fantastic concerts in one fabulous show! The first half features Magic - A Kind of Queen performing their acclaimed concert of Queen hits. The second half will see Magic - A Kind of ELO perform with breathtaking percision the lengendary songs of ELO. Magic's outstanding vocal and musical talents have been enhanced by the addition of acclaimed keyboard player Dave Chapman. A must for all lovers of great music.
Tkts: £14, £13 Conc.
Box Office 01302 342349 www.doncastercivic.co.uk
In person Doncaster Civic Theatre, 3 Waterdale, DN1 3ET  Open 10am - 6pm Mon to Sat
or Doncaster Tourist Information Centre 38-40 High Street, DN1 1DE 01302 734309 Open 9am-5pm Mon - Thurs, 10am-5pm Fri, 9am -4pm Sat.
 
 
100 years. The Founding of Doncaster Museum and Art GAllery and a look at its early donors and collections.
Friday 26th February 11.00am - 12 noon
Central Library, Local Studies 11.00am - 12noon
The talk will take a look at the people and activities which led to the founding of a New Museum for Doncaster, the sometimes murky and little known history of its early foundation and development, and the stories behind the collections which were pulled together to create a unique heritage resource and attraction for the people of Doncaster. If you've ever wondered which influential individuals,learned people and institutions were behind the opening of the museum and how its founding collection came about, then this is an opportunity to find out in advance of the opening of Doncaster Museum's 100 Centenary Exhibition on 20th March 2010.
Free Admission. Tickets available from Central Local Studies 01302 734307
 
Les McKeown's Legendary Bay City Rollers  
Friday 26th February 7.30pm 
Doncaster Civic Theatre, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3ET. Tel No: 01302 342349
After realising the demand to hear live Bay City Rollers music was still enormous, Les McKeown's Legendary Bay City Rollers was born in the early 90's. The group has toured the UK, Japan, Germany, Canada and the USA over the last decade. Now the Civic is astounded to be able to welcome them in a show that will treat audiences to all the old hits and recapture that original music.
Tkts: £17.50. £15.50 Conc.
Box Office 01302 342349 www.doncastercivic.co.uk
In person Doncaster Civic Theatre, 3 Waterdale, DN1 3ET  Open 10am - 6pm Mon to Sat
or Doncaster Tourist Information Centre 38-40 High Street, DN1 1DE 01302 734309 Open 9am-5pm Mon - Thurs, 10am-5pm Fri, 9am -4pm Sat.
 
Ladies Night  (Gentlemen also Welcome)
Friday 26th February 7pm till late
Earl of Doncaster Hotel, Bennetthorpe, Doncaster, DN2 6AD 
Tickets £25 pp (£10 pp deposit to reserve your place, with the remainder to be paid in full by 29th January 2010)
Includes Reception drinks served by PEACH BUTLERS, a delicious three course evening meal and live entertainment from magican Thomas Wright and live music from X Factors Alan Turner, plus disco till late.
Please note this is an enterance by ticket event.
To book Telephone 01302 773294  
 
Groovy Gazza and the Amazing SuperBus   
Saturday 27th February 1pm 
Doncaster Civic Theatre, Waterdale, Doncaster DN1 3ET. Tel No: 01302 342349
Lord bling has come to earth to collect pets for his robot master and has taken Woofy the dog to his planet. Join groovy Gazza and Professor Potty in their quest to rescue Woofy with the help of Princess Sparkle. Marvel as the Superbus travels through space in a UV adventure. Packed with laughter, singing, dancing and audience participation, this is a great fun show for all the family.
Tkts: £7. £25 family of 4 ( Over 4s only)
Box Office 01302 342349 www.doncastercivic.co.uk
In person Doncaster Civic Theatre, 3 Waterdale, DN1 3ET  Open 10am - 6pm Mon to Sat
or Doncaster Tourist Information Centre 38-40 High Street, DN1 1DE 01302 734309 Open 9am-5pm Mon - Thurs, 10am-5pm Fri, 9am -4pm Sat.
 
 
Doncaster v Crystal Palace 
Saturday 27th February
Keepmoat Stadium, Stadium Way, Doncaster DN4 5JW
For further Information Keepmoat Stadium Tkt Office 01302 762576 or www.keepmoatstadium.com
 
Dizzee Rascal
Saturday 27 February
The Dome, Doncaster Lakeside, Bawtry Road, Doncaster, DN4 7PD
Doors: 7:00pm Tickets: £20.00
For further information please telephone 01302 370777 or visit  www.the-dome.co.uk
 
Freddy Mercury Tribute
Saturday 27th February 2010
Danum Hotel, High Street, Doncaster, Sth Yorks DN1 1DN
Tkts: £16.00 pp. Stay over special- Enjoy Bed and English Breakfast for a total cost of £50pp
For more information call 01302 342261 or visit www.danumhotel.com
 
The Little Big Club 
Sunday 28th February 2010 
The Dome, Doncaster Lakeside, Bawtry Road, Doncaster, DN4 7PD
New 70 minute theatrical and musical extravaganza from Premier Stage Productions, together on stage for the very first time and offers something younger members of the family will never forget!
Show 1 Doors Open at 12.30pm
Show 2 Doors Open at 3pm
Tkts: Adults £14, Children £12, Family of 4 £46
For further information please telephone 01302 370777 or visit  www.the-dome.co.uk
 
Shape of the Future Walk 
Sunday 28th February 2010 10.30am
2 miles
Meet at The Corn Exchange, Doncaster Market, DN1 1QL
This will be a guided walk supported by a fact sheet, taking in the sites for many of the town centre's exciting new development plans and recent developments that are changing Doncaster's skyline.
Fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs
Please book on 01302 862536 
For more information visit www.doncaster.gov.uk/walking
 
Jazz in Doncaster Presents The Blues Connection 
Sunday 28th February 2010 12.30am - 3pm
Admission £5 at the door (snacks available) 
 
 
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